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Medical Terminology
| Terms | Definition |
|---|---|
| Osteomyelitis | Inflammation of the bone and bone marrow. |
| Osteoarthritis | Degenerative joint disease caused by the breakdown of cartilage. |
| Myoma | A benign tumor of muscle tissue. |
| Arthroplasty | Surgical repair or replacement of a joint. |
| Ankylosis | Abnormal stiffening or immobility of a joint due to fusion of bones. |
| Neuropathy | Disease or dysfunction of the nerves. |
| Encephalopathy | Any disease or disorder of the brain. |
| Meningitis | Inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) covering the brain and spinal cord. |
| Neuralgia | Sharp or severe nerve pain |
| Electroencephalogram (EEG) | A recording of electrical activity in the brain |
| Tympanoplasty | Surgical repair of the eardrum |
| Otitis media | Inflammation or infection of the middle ear |
| Keratitis | Inflammation of the cornea of the eye. |
| Rhinitis | Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose |
| Dermatitis | Inflammation of the skin. |